Mumbai’s metro network is set for a major expansion with MMRDA’s Rs. 10,970 crore budget for FY 2025–26. Under the leadership of Maharashtra’s top ministers, six major metro lines got funded and four new projects are going to start to reduce congestion and enhance urban mobility across MMR.
Budget Presentation & Leadership Support:
The Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA), under the leadership of Chief Minister Shri Devendra Fadnavis and Deputy Chief Minister Shri Eknath Shinde, unveiled its budget for FY 2025–26. The budget was presented by MMRDA Metropolitan Commissioner Dr. Sanjay Mukherjee, IAS, and was officially approved during the high-level meeting.
Key Focus – Urban Transit Development:
Aimed at creating a world-class metro network in Mumbai, the budget prioritizes extensions of current metro lines and the introduction of new corridors. With a total allocation nearly worth Rs. 10,970 crore, the goal is to promote balanced urban development, reduce travel time, and decongest road traffic.
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Fund Allocation for Major Metro Projects:
- Metro Line 2B (DN Nagar – Mandale): Rs. 2,155.80 Cr
- Metro Line 4 (Wadala – Ghatkopar – Mulund – Thane – Kasarvadavali): Rs. 3,247.51 Cr
- Metro Line 5 (Thane – Bhiwandi – Kalyan): Rs. 1,579.99 Cr
- Metro Line 6 (Swami Samarth Nagar – Kanjurmarg): Rs. 1,303.40 Cr
- Metro Line 9 & 7A (Dahisar – Mira–Bhayandar & Andheri – CSMIA): Rs. 1,182.93 Cr
- Metro Line 12 (Kalyan – Taloja): Rs. 1,500.00 Cr
New Metro Projects to Begin in FY 2025–26:
- Extension of Line 5: Durgadi (Kalyan) to Ulhasnagar
- Metro Line 10: Gaimukh to Shivaji Chowk (Mira Road)
- Metro Line 13: Shivaji Chowk to Virar
- Metro Line 14: Kanjurmarg to Badlapur
These initiatives align with the broader vision to build a seamless and sustainable transportation network across the Mumbai Metropolitan Region (MMR).
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Insights:
Hon’ble Chief Minister Shri Devendra Fadnavis said, “The Mumbai Metropolitan Region is the backbone of Maharashtra’s economic development. The ongoing infrastructure projects across MMR are accelerating the state’s growth trajectory. This budget marks a crucial step toward achieving the vision of a trillion-dollar economy.”
Hon’ble Deputy Chief Minister and Chairman- MMRDA Shri Eknath Shinde said regarding the budget “Our top priority is the all-round and fast-paced development of the Mumbai Metropolitan Region. This budget ensures inclusive progress across all sectors — new metro corridors. MMRDA’s plans will position Mumbai as a global economic hub. The 2025–26 budget is a visionary and comprehensive document for the multidimensional growth of MMR.”
Dr. Sanjay Mukherjee, IAS, Metropolitan Commissioner, MMRDA said, “The budget for 2025–26 is future-ready. Over Rs. 10,970 crore has been directly allocated for metro projects. From metro expansions to underground tunnels development and economic hubs, these initiatives are vital for MMR’s growth. This is not just a financial document — it is the blueprint for MMR’s future.”
Conclusion:
The MMRDA’s ambitious budget sets the stage for a transformative leap in Mumbai’s urban transit infrastructure. With targeted investments and new routes, the metro expansion promises faster, more accessible, and greener mobility solutions, reinforcing Mumbai’s position as a leading global metropolis prepared for future urban demands.
Source: MMRDA – Press Release | Featured Image Credit (representational): MMRDA
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